I think it would be cool to launch other types of satellites into space. The satellites are only used for winning the game (Although that's being changed https://www.factorio.com/blog/post/fff-275) and getting space packs, but I think it would be cool if there were many versions of the satellite with different purposes.

Some ideas include:
A separate satellite for space packs
Something similar to radar for a select area
A limited number of missiles rained down from the sky, expensive but very VERY fun to use

A very expensive satellite that gives you continuous science packs. Could end up being too OP, maybe have it degrade without (relatively cheaper) resupply launches.
Trading satellite, lets you sell (and buy?) supplies on the Galactic Network.
Power satellite, that beams down power to a base station. Needs resupplies or it may misfire. Yes, I played Sim City 2000 why do you ask?

"So you completed the game with a spaghetti factory? Well I hand crafted a rocket and threw it into space with my bare hands!"

I think it would be cool to launch other types of satellites into space. The satellites are only used for winning the game (Although that's being changed https://www.factorio.com/blog/post/fff-275) and getting space packs, but I think it would be cool if there were many versions of the satellite with different purposes.

Some ideas include:
A separate satellite for space packs
Something similar to radar for a select area
A limited number of missiles rained down from the sky, expensive but very VERY fun to use
Power providing satellite that beams power back to the planet
Satellite that lets you trade.

A very expensive satellite that gives you continuous science packs. Could end up being too OP, maybe have it degrade without (relatively cheaper) resupply launches.
Trading satellite, lets you sell (and buy?) supplies on the Galactic Network.
Power satellite, that beams down power to a base station. Needs resupplies or it may misfire. Yes, I played Sim City 2000 why do you ask?

Cool ideas! I have added them to the list. The power satellite would be nice for sending power to a remote base.